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Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo

Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government

Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government

By Mong Palatino
Recent events suggest that the Marcos-Duterte "UniTeam" that stormed last year's presidential election may not make it to the next election in 2028.

New Philippine President, New China Policy?

New Philippine President, New China Policy?

By Bich T. Tran
The election of Rodrigo Duterte in 2016 initiated a wild swing in the country's policy toward China. Get set for more change in 2022.
Why are Former Philippine Presidents Running for Lower-Level Posts?

Why are Former Philippine Presidents Running for Lower-Level Posts?

By Mong Palatino
President Duterte's mooted vice presidential run would follow in the footsteps of other recent ex-leaders.

Philippine ‘People Power’ Thirty Years On

Philippine ‘People Power’ Thirty Years On

By Mark R. Thompson
The legacy of People Power in the Philippines remains ambiguous.

Joseph Estrada’s Political Comeback

Joseph Estrada’s Political Comeback

Ex-convict and former actor Joseph Estrada has reemerged as a major player in Philippine politics.

Former Philippines President Arrested...Again

Former Philippines President Arrested...Again

Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo is accused of misusing US$8.8 million of funds from the state lottery.

Beating Corruption in Philippines

Beating Corruption in Philippines

If the Philippines wants to beat corruption, it may need to change the relationship between citizens and officials.

Philippine Justice or Grudge?

Philippine Justice or Grudge?

The impeachment of Philippine Chief Justice Renato Corona over corruption has the ring of politics about it.

ASEAN Predictions for 2012

ASEAN Predictions for 2012

Last year was a big one for news in Southeast Asia. Here are some suggestions on what to expect in 2012.

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem

Ex-Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s human rights record was bad. But her successor isn’t living up to his pledges.

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem

Ex-Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s human rights record was bad. But her successor isn’t living up to his pledges.

Arroyo’s Sympathy Play

Arroyo’s Sympathy Play

Former Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s claims she is ill may have backfired in the court of public opinion.

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